A RUM DEAL

Work has begun on creating the first rum distillery on Islay. Islay Spirits, a subsidiary of the Vintage Malt Whisky Company, has entered into a joint venture with a local Islay start-up company with the aim of refurbishing the former Hastie’s Lemonade Factory and Dunn’s Depot in Port Ellen closed in 2016. The pot still is on order, and other equipment is being sourced. vintage maltwhisky.com